Tuesday, 30 September, 2025
Petro Beukes
Paarl 
Purpose: To provide dedicated support to the Head Winemaker in all facets of the winemaking process, ensuring the highest quality of wine production through meticulous cellar operations and a proactive, hands-on approach.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
- Tertiary qualification in Winemaking or Cellar Technology.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transport are essential.
Experience:
- Previous experience in a cellar environment is highly advantageous.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a physically demanding, hands-on role.
- Experience with stock control and inventory systems is beneficial.
Personal Traits:
- Passionate about winemaking with a strong desire to learn and develop.
- Proactive, motivated, and enthusiastic with a keen eye for detail.
- Reliable, accountable, and effective under pressure, especially during harvest.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
- Team player with a willingness to take initiative and undertake varied tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Cellar Operations & Winemaking Support
- Assist the Head Winemaker with daily cellar operations and all winemaking activities.
- Support the winemaker throughout the entire production process, from crush to bottling.
- Undertake general winery duties as assigned by management.
- Quality & Hygiene Standards
- Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of all cellar equipment and facilities to the highest standard.
- Adhere to and promote all health and safety protocols within the cellar environment.
- Inventory & Stock Management
- Assist with stock control and warehouse inventory systems to ensure accuracy and organization.
- Harvest & Peak Season Readiness
- Demonstrate flexibility and commitment by working extended hours during harvest and peak seasons to achieve production goals.
- Health, Safety & Compliance
- Manage and enforce all health and safety protocols.
- Ensure cellar and facilities are maintained to immaculate standards.
Please submit your CV and a compelling cover letter to: petro@glencarlou.co.za
Should you not receive feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.